Sister Surfer: A Woman's Guide to Surfingwith Bliss and Courage is the inspirationalhow-to guide for women with that seedling desireto surf. With over 100 full-color photographs itcovers everything from how to conquer your fearto how to wax your board.www.sistersurfer.com

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The NorCal Women's Surf Club was founded in 2001 and has 500 members dedicated to celebrating women's surfing in Northern California. Netproceeds from the club's annual El Rio Fundraiser Party & NorCal Women's Surf Fest go to the Surfrider Foundation, Surf AID, local beach protectionprojects, and others. The club regularly hosts other events ranging from local surf days and BBQs to beach clean-ups, surf trips, and more.